It's been over a year since we've had one, so I feel it's about time!

We're going to have it at Karl's shop in Atlanta. We'll meet at 12:00 noon, drink beer, cookout, and install whatever parts you have!

If you've never been to an installfest, it's a great time to learn a little bit about your car and get help doing whatever odd jobs you need done.

Directions to Karl's:

Take 85 South past I-20
Take the next exit, Fulton St.
Take a right on Fulton street.
Cross over the railroad tracks.
Take a left on Metropolitan and cross over Ralph Abernathy.
Make your first right and left up to the call box...the code is 2285*
After passing through the gate make a U-turn towards the right. Make a left and the shop is on the right. Look for BMWs.

So, if you can make it, add your name to the list! Also, if anyone has a portable grill, please let me know if you can bring it!

1. Geordie
2. Anna

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So, if you can make it, add your name to the list! Also, if anyone has a portable grill, please let me know if you can bring it!

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. joe - have a portablecharcoal grill i can bring + charcol (48lbs of kingsford at
sams for only 10$

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl

I will try and make this one.. ;)

Just to let everyone know that this is a pretty gritty shop.. But short of a lift we have everything needed.

Oh and I do allow coolant to be spilled..

Oh and I do allow coolant to be spilled..

Can we drink it at your shop?

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian

I'm down. I'll bring some stuff to grill and drink.

Excellent. I/we can change my RTABs now.

Karl, do you have the tools for a cam install? :evil2

Carter

Can we drink it at your shop?
Of course.. HA!

Karl, do you have the tools for a cam install? :evil2

Carter
ahhhhh... no

Hmmm...

I'll figure something out. Maybe I can kidnap Chuck and the tools if they have them.

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)

Oh and an FYI.. I have Jacks and jack stands.. But people might want to bring any tools they have. Not totally important.. But would make things easier..

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)
7. Donald

Oh and an FYI.. I have Jacks and jack stands.. But people might want to bring any tools they have. Not totally important.. But would make things easier..

I'll bring a pair of jackstands, jack, and whatever tools I have.

Carter

I'll bring a pair of jackstands, jack, and whatever tools I have.

Carter

His name's Karl, not jack.

:rofl

That one got me. Yes, it's a slow morning.

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)
7. Donald
8. Randy (with his new tools :))

-Prince

I've got to get my control arms in before that... but I should still be able to make it out with some tools and perhaps some goodies that I need to get on before the GT Auto Show (pads rotors fluid and brake lines perhaps?)

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)
7. Donald
8. Randy (with his new tools )
9. Kyle

I would come, but I have nothing to install :(

ive got an xbrace that i still havent bothered installing yet. plus ill probably need karl to check over my car for imperfections. i might want to push for a fan delete as well, seeing how my fan is tilted and beaten to death, i think its time for it to go. anyway, ill probably show, but cant touch the beer. ill probably have to leave early as well, because i have a court date for my speeding ticket at 8:30am the next day.

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)
7. Donald
8. Randy (with his new tools )
9. Kyle
10. Rob

I would come, but I have nothing to install :(

Install beer into mouth?

Karl,

Can you install twin turbo's on my 7?
I think the custom exhaust can be done in a couple of hours?

;) ;) ;)

I would come, but I have nothing to install :(


haha like thats any reason

and i have a set of ramps/ 2 floor jacks i can bring/ 6 jackstands and 1 creeper.

anyone have a compressor? i need to respray my hood, and i have the gun, and picking up the paint is no biggy. my hood has been trashed for the past week now.

anyone have a compressor? i need to respray my hood, and i have the gun, and picking up the paint is no biggy. my hood has been trashed for the past week now.


Have air compressor if needed.

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)
7. Donald
8. Randy (with his new tools )
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse

Have air compressor if needed.

which one is it may i ask, and can i possibly use it before the fest? ;)

crap! i just realized this is the same day as batlgrounds new shop grand opening!

Sparc-it.. Come anyways.. you bastage..

Kyle. Getting the pads and brake lines should not be a problem.. Have to talk about the control arms

Rob.. I have a huge air compressor and a paint booth.. Not a real one.. but its contained..

Rob (loser) Yes if you have everything ready.. how much did the kidney sell for on the black market. :stickoutt

Sparc-it.. Come anyways.. you bastage..

Kyle. Getting the pads and brake lines should not be a problem.. Have to talk about the control arms

Rob.. I have a huge air compressor and a paint booth.. Not a real one.. but its contained..

Rob (loser) Yes if you have everything ready.. how much did the kidney sell for on the black market. :stickoutt


hey are you going to have enough parking space?

Maybe if i can get away i will come down to do my filters for the AC, etc?

No one seems to be interested in the kidneys. "damaged goods"? :stickoutt

Do you have internet access at the garage?

Ok, I will be doing the beer -> stomach mod. You convinced me to join.

hey are you going to have enough parking space?

Maybe if i can get away i will come down to do my filters for the AC, etc?

No one seems to be interested in the kidneys. "damaged goods"? :stickoutt

Do you have internet access at the garage?
I should have enough parking spaces. On sunday the place is a ghost town. Which is why I picked the date. :)

I do not have internet access as of yet. But I might before the meet..

Did I hear "paint booth"? Karl, pm me what you'd charge to paint my m-tech kit and reiger lip. I may just bring them down for you to paint and pick them up a couple weeks later.....maybe in time for the installfest.

well geez karl. i might as well paint my whole car at ur house then. it needs it. as for the kidney, it's 19 years old and not ready.

well geez karl. i might as well paint my whole car at ur house then. it needs it. as for the kidney, it's 19 years old and not ready.
Ha ha..

Sure we can paint your car. Just cut it in half first. Its a booth, but not a full size one. BUT.. we might be able to do something in the rest of the shop..

Sweet, installfest!!

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)
7. Donald
8. Randy (with his new tools )
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Jason

Should have front control arm bushings, and an SSK by then needing to get put in - and I'd like to make use of the paint booth. Tell me how this booth works, do you have paint guns n such, how does the 'paint' need to arrive? Do you have a/the tool for e46's to get those bushings in/out?

BYOB in effect!
Lemme know if you have internet (or even better wireless) by the meet, I can bring a few laptops so folks can play some if they like.

I might try to come out, but I think that's the weekend of the NASA DE. I probably won't install anything since I plan to not be tinkering with my car much by that point.

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)
7. Donald
8. Randy (with his new tools )
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Jason
13. Chris

i might have an EVO 3 SSK (undecided!) to install then. also, how hard are springs to install? what is required? i am just guessing, but do they then need to be aligned?

Jason - I have a small booth.. Could fit like 5-6 bumpers. I do have paint guns as well. I don't think painting will be good during the installfest due to the movement that will be going on.. But, we can talk about that off line. The front control arms I am not 100% sure of.. But I have a press and should be able to remove/install any bushing.

I should have internet by the install date.. But it depends on a few other things.

Chris - Without matching struts/shocks I would not install short springs. Your shocks will be overworked and will need to be replaced soon after. And yes you will need an alignment.. and after you replace your shocks.. You will need another one. Which is a waste of money.

i might have an EVO 3 SSK (undecided!) to install then. also, how hard are springs to install? what is required? i am just guessing, but do they then need to be aligned?

I would only do that if you had a lift. That job sucks on jackstands.

Of course, you might enjoy sadistic installs :devillook

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)
7. Donald
8. Randy (with his new tools )
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba

I'm in - I want to install XM or my Ipod...still can't decide. I think I'll post a survey.

I would only do that if you had a lift. That job sucks on jackstands.

Of course, you might enjoy sadistic installs :devillook
No difference actually. I have done 3 SSK installs without a lift. Took me about an hour without dropping the exhaust or the drive shaft..

I should have enough parking spaces. On sunday the place is a ghost town. Which is why I picked the date. :)

I do not have internet access as of yet. But I might before the meet..

Cool...

:)

No difference actually. I have done 3 SSK installs without a lift. Took me about an hour without dropping the exhaust or the drive shaft..

I think Colin was referring to installing springs, not the SSK.

No difference actually. I have done 3 SSK installs without a lift. Took me about an hour without dropping the exhaust or the drive shaft..

Ask Ryan W about dropping the exhaust and driveshaft for a guibo change. :(

:( Now I have to make decisions. the 20th is the same date as the PCA autocross. Its a relatively late starting one too... first car out at 1. I really need to get the 3 sorted before the real autocross season starts. (BMW CCA and perhaps SCCA.) SCCA season doesn't get rolling until mid march, BMW CCA late march.

Kyle, you going to step up and take over the "fast guy in B" spot in BMW CCA? I have a feeling AA in bmw cca is going to take a crapload of effort this season. We need to go find a parking lot for a test and tune. :devillook

For short shifter installs, shouldn't be much more than 30 minutes, and jack stands are fine. Just need to be able to fit under the car and get your hand in the right places. I've done it on ramps and even with just 2 wheels up on a curb.

Exhaust things can be a bitch if they are rusted, but pre-soaking in penetrating oil will solve many of the small problems. Dropping the drive shaft is cake though. Hell, most of the bits on the bottom of an E36 come apart fairly easily. The whole rear subframe will come down in under an hour.

For the guibo, dropping the exhaust helps, but I don't see why you would need to drop the drive shaft. Just unbolt it from the guibo, unbolt the guibo from the trans, and it slides out. (maybe remove the bolts on the center support bearing if you need play room, but probably not necessary.)

Springs and such on jack stands are fine too. I don't know why you would ever need to be "under" the car for installing springs. A spring compressor is a good thing to have though. :stickoutt

The bushings are easily pressed out for the front control arms. You could even do it with a bench vise and some pipe (or a large socket) if you really needed to.

:( Now I have to make decisions. the 20th is the same date as the PCA autocross. Its a relatively late starting one too... first car out at 1. I really need to get the 3 sorted before the real autocross season starts. (BMW CCA and perhaps SCCA.) SCCA season doesn't get rolling until mid march, BMW CCA late march.

Kyle, you going to step up and take over the "fast guy in B" spot in BMW CCA? I have a feeling AA in bmw cca is going to take a crapload of effort this season. We need to go find a parking lot for a test and tune. :devillook



The PCA autocross is Feb. 20th... the installfest says March 20th. And yes, I'll be out at the PCA event like you trying to get things sorted out for my B class BMWCCA domination. :stickoutt Hopefully I'll be able to take the class. At this point if I don't its because of me not being a good driver and not because my car isn't fast enough. Don't have any excuses anymore. :help

And yeah, AA is going to be pretty tough. I think Minsoo went with a TCK suspension setup on his Coupe to jump in there, plus the MINIs are going to be out in full force... and they just had a group buy on Hoosiers. ;)

The PCA autocross is Feb. 20th... the installfest says March 20th. And yes, I'll be out at the PCA event like you trying to get things sorted out for my B class BMWCCA domination. :stickoutt Hopefully I'll be able to take the class. At this point if I don't its because of me not being a good driver and not because my car isn't fast enough. Don't have any excuses anymore. :help

And yeah, AA is going to be pretty tough. I think Minsoo went with a TCK suspension setup on his Coupe to jump in there, plus the MINIs are going to be out in full force... and they just had a group buy on Hoosiers. ;)

Wow, its a good thing I can't read. :(
If all the mini's are on hoosiers then I'm going to need to do something for autocross tires too. Those bastards. I can't let those silly little windup toys be faster. Then minsoo on coilovers. <sigh> So far the *mod list* only consists of a LSD and then swapping to the .48 AR exhaust housing for the autocross days. Sounds like I'll need to consider suspension stuff too. I suppose I could sell the shifter kart and buy some motons. Or just run the shifter kart. :stickoutt

B class domination should be easy. All you have to do is drive faster than everyone else in B. That other guy in the mini (always forget his name) got pretty damn close to my times on a few occasions, so the mini is definately capable of it. You on hoosiers too?

Oh, and to tie this back into the topic... since the date has *changed* to march 20th :stickoutt I should be able to make it. I should also have all the fun bits bolted on my 325 by then, so I'll be very free for drinking and installing parts. :)

No difference actually. I have done 3 SSK installs without a lift. Took me about an hour without dropping the exhaust or the drive shaft..


Cool - I'll get there early so I can get some help from you before it's a whirlwind.. ;)

Springs and such on jack stands are fine too. I don't know why you would ever need to be "under" the car for installing springs. A spring compressor is a good thing to have though. :stickoutt



No doubt, Jamie (AtlantaM3) slapped my car on stands and cranked it out like it was nothing.. I even learned that spring compressors are only good for a certain # of usages. Interesting!

mk, screw the springs.... i'm just gonna bring the EVO3 ssk, and some new DDE's!!


**edit:


** Delrin Carrier Bushings - You can eliminate the 25 degrees of carrier rotation (side-to-side movement of the aluminum shifter carrier) with our precision CNC'd UUC Motorwerks Delrin Carrier Bushings. These precision machined bushings replace the original flimsy rubber bushing (which degrades over time) at the front of the aluminum carrier. We have tried harder rubber and urathane but found them to be substandard and continued to allow the carrier to flex.

Because of the tight tolerances of a computer controlled milling machine, tolerances can be held to 0.001" (about the width of a human hair) to ensure a perfect fit. We use only high quality, medical grade, teflon impregnated, heat resistant delrin for our bushings. Sure, it's more expensive and overkill, but to us, using only the best makes the best product.

Installation requires the removal of the carrier.


copied from http://www.modbargains.com/product.asp?pf_id=harrison194
**

are Delrin Carrier Bushings worth the 25 dollars? or are they just trying to blow my skirt up?

thanks,
-Chris

:( Now I have to make decisions. the 20th is the same date as the PCA autocross. Its a relatively late starting one too... first car out at 1. I really need to get the 3 sorted before the real autocross season starts. (BMW CCA and perhaps SCCA.) SCCA season doesn't get rolling until mid march, BMW CCA late march.

Kyle, you going to step up and take over the "fast guy in B" spot in BMW CCA? I have a feeling AA in bmw cca is going to take a crapload of effort this season. We need to go find a parking lot for a test and tune. :devillook

For short shifter installs, shouldn't be much more than 30 minutes, and jack stands are fine. Just need to be able to fit under the car and get your hand in the right places. I've done it on ramps and even with just 2 wheels up on a curb.

Exhaust things can be a bitch if they are rusted, but pre-soaking in penetrating oil will solve many of the small problems. Dropping the drive shaft is cake though. Hell, most of the bits on the bottom of an E36 come apart fairly easily. The whole rear subframe will come down in under an hour.

For the guibo, dropping the exhaust helps, but I don't see why you would need to drop the drive shaft. Just unbolt it from the guibo, unbolt the guibo from the trans, and it slides out. (maybe remove the bolts on the center support bearing if you need play room, but probably not necessary.)

Springs and such on jack stands are fine too. I don't know why you would ever need to be "under" the car for installing springs. A spring compressor is a good thing to have though. :stickoutt

The bushings are easily pressed out for the front control arms. You could even do it with a bench vise and some pipe (or a large socket) if you really needed to.
Everything stated here is accurate... A lift is a luxury and not needed for any maintaince,repair, or modding on a car. Me and Bret swapped Adeels engine without one... :help

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel (should pick up the M3 tomorrow)
7. Donald
8. Randy (with his new tools )
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad(dinanbmw330ci)

Everything stated here is accurate... A lift is a luxury and not needed for any maintaince,repair, or modding on a car. Me and Bret swapped Adeels engine without one... :help

I swapped an engine myself with just a socket set, jackstands, jack and engine hoist! A lift isn't needed for almost anything, just makes stuff a lot easier than lying on your back and fighting with something.


Oh yea - get the delrin carrier bushings, they rock compared to the squishy rubber bushings. In fact, I'd be inclined to say they make more of a difference than the SSK itself.

Wow, its a good thing I can't read. :(
If all the mini's are on hoosiers then I'm going to need to do something for autocross tires too. Those bastards. I can't let those silly little windup toys be faster. Then minsoo on coilovers. <sigh> So far the *mod list* only consists of a LSD and then swapping to the .48 AR exhaust housing for the autocross days. Sounds like I'll need to consider suspension stuff too. I suppose I could sell the shifter kart and buy some motons. Or just run the shifter kart. :stickoutt

B class domination should be easy. All you have to do is drive faster than everyone else in B. That other guy in the mini (always forget his name) got pretty damn close to my times on a few occasions, so the mini is definately capable of it. You on hoosiers too?



Well that other guy in the black MINI moved to West Virginia so I doubt he'll be much competition. There is a Z3 that's pretty quick around the courses though, so that'll be my main competition (from last year anyway). And I'm not on R Comps... just running those Falken Azenis Sports... pretty much the tire of choice in SCCA street tire classes. I'm halfway working on getting a 2nd set of "street" wheels and then getting some r comps... but that won't be for a little while anyway. :az

And if you go for some autocross tires and Motons (club sports?) then I think you'd be daamn tough to beat in AA.

Oh yea - get the delrin carrier bushings, they rock compared to the squishy rubber bushings. In fact, I'd be inclined to say they make more of a difference than the SSK itself.
:eek: :eek: :thumbup: :thumbup:
greatly appreciated Def!

-Chris



**edit: NEW SIG!! **

ttt

hmmm.... im thinkin replace my engine/tranny mounts shouldnt take too long.. anyone done a valve job in an e30 before? mine needs one bad but i dunno if i want to do my first valve job on my daily driver :)
and i think i may change my timing belt/tensioner too if it gets here in time.
should some of us make a run to sams?
for grillin out while we work on the cars?

should i changeout the waterpump at the same time?
right now im on bmaparts.com and what else do i need?
im going to order the timing belt overhaul kit
BM072538
CONTINENTAL Timing Overhaul Kit
Timing Belt and Tensioner Roller
Sell with:
1x 01 00 1 467 809 Label
TIMING BELT KIT 1 Available 38.35 0.00 29.06


is that it as far as timing belt goes? or do i need to order soemthing else for it to?
for 87 325 eta

and it says order timing belt label. so ill add that in.

also for valve adjustment/ need any specific parts/tools? or just what i have in my tool box?

I have a brand new GRAF waterpump from bimmerparts.com

make offer!!!

With that said, I highly recommend the factory BMW waterpump over the GRAF. side-by-side, the factory part is that much better. (hence the "make offer" statement)

check out the article on bmwe30.net. it says all what you need...

you can also check on bavauto.com. i think they have a kit all setup as to what you need. i got my timing belt and tensioner kit from there and it worked lika charm.

-Prince

hmmm.... im thinkin replace my engine/tranny mounts shouldnt take too long.. anyone done a valve job in an e30 before? mine needs one bad but i dunno if i want to do my first valve job on my daily driver :)
and i think i may change my timing belt/tensioner too if it gets here in time.
should some of us make a run to sams?
for grillin out while we work on the cars?

By valve job might you mean just adjusting the valves? :stickoutt If so, then yes, I've done it and it's cake. M20's are beautifully simple beasts. Timing belt, tensioner, etc are all very easy. Most important part is to make damn sure you get the timing set properly. Put the belt where you think it should go, tension it, then spin the motor over a couple times and check again. Most find they *thought wrong* by about a tooth. ;)

If you meant valve guides and such, yeah, we'd have time to do it at an install fest, but it's relatively time consuming. ;) I have a spare set of valve guides if you really want to do it. :stickoutt Easy way would be to pull the head and do it on a bench. Time for the head coming off and going back on would be ~5 hours. maybe 3-4 if its not me doing it by myself. Probably an hour or so for stripping the head, installing the guides, and putting it back together. I vote for not tearing down motors at an installfest though. :)

I have a brand new GRAF waterpump from bimmerparts.com

make offer!!!

With that said, I highly recommend the factory BMW waterpump over the GRAF. side-by-side, the factory part is that much better. (hence the "make offer" statement)


new waterpump for an e30 eta?
and how much better? would it affect it badly as per me driving the car about 40 -50 miles every day?
if its not that big of a difference then how about? i dunno 15$?

By valve job might you mean just adjusting the valves? :stickoutt If so, then yes, I've done it and it's cake. M20's are beautifully simple beasts. Timing belt, tensioner, etc are all very easy. Most important part is to make damn sure you get the timing set properly. Put the belt where you think it should go, tension it, then spin the motor over a couple times and check again. Most find they *thought wrong* by about a tooth. ;)

If you meant valve guides and such, yeah, we'd have time to do it at an install fest, but it's relatively time consuming. ;) I have a spare set of valve guides if you really want to do it. Easy way would be to pull the head and do it on a bench. Time for the head coming off and going back on would be ~5 hours. maybe 3-4 if its not me doing it by myself. Probably an hour or so for stripping the head, installing the guides, and putting it back together. I vote for not tearing down motors at an installfest though. :)




yeah dont think im gonna do the timing belt/ valves at install fest, think im gonna go to karls shop thursday/friday and get that stuff outta the way :)

new waterpump for an e30 eta?
and how much better? would it affect it badly as per me driving the car about 40 -50 miles every day?
if its not that big of a difference then how about? i dunno 15$?

It's for an e36, sorry.

But if somebody wants to come out to the East side and meet me somewhere or wait for the next meet, $15 would be fine. if not, shipping will cost a good chunk of what the part is worth, LOL.

I compared the stock part vs the GRAF part. My findings:

- Took less effort to turn the factory part (gotta be worth atleast one HP, LOL)
- The iron impellar was just not very graceful looking when compared to my 97's stock metal impellar, or the new (better) plastic impellar. I doubt it flows as good.

I'm sure you can guess which one made its way into my car :)

Who wants to help engine swap at the 'fest? :D

-Prince

Who wants to help engine swap at the 'fest? :D

-Prince
I took all the fun out of engine swapping a few weeks ago. It'll take a few days any hoo :dunno

Who wants to help engine swap at the 'fest? :D

-Prince

I have a hacksaw, a hammer, and duct tape. What else will we need?

jb weld

I have a hacksaw, a hammer, and duct tape. What else will we need?
a missed shift

a missed shift
see, overrevving an Eta put the RPMs at like 7000...not exactly disasterous.

-Prince

Who wants to help engine swap at the 'fest? :D

-Prince

what are you swapping in? / what are you doing with the eta motor? ;););)

Hey Karl, would this be a good time to bring the car in for a clutch job? All the gearheads in one place? lol

Hey Karl, would this be a good time to bring the car in for a clutch job? All the gearheads in one place? lol

Make sure and get there early, but these aren't terribly difficult. Just lots of unbolting and re-bolting.

Carter

what are you swapping in? / what are you doing with the eta motor? ;););)
I'm trying to get a bargain on a 2.8L Z3 engine (the alloy blocked M52 engine) I found up in PA. It's only 2 lbs heavier than the M20 in the car now, and when I remove the A/C parts it'll be a fair bit lighter. It'll be a better engine that I can tweak up in the future when I have more cash, but it'll be a lot more power and reliability in the now (since my ETA motor has at least 130k miles, though with the oil changes and maintnence I've done I have no doubt it'll last over 200k miles).

I'm just not sure i want to spend $500 (more or less) on a new clutch (and ltw flywheel since I'm in there already) and still have the same old motor in there which is going to be replaced anyways eventually. I want to spend as little money on stuff now that's going to come out later.

The ETA motor will then be ups for sale afterwards. :)

-Prince

I'm trying to get a bargain on a 2.8L Z8 engine

Do you mean Z3 engine? The only Z8 engine I know of is the 5.0L.

Do you mean Z3 engine? The only Z8 engine I know of is the 5.0L.
Fixed :)

To be honest, I'd like to get a block from one of those new Mg/Al blocked M56 (or is it M58?) engines. Those blocks have got to be incredibly light compared to the original Fe blocked M50s.

-Prince

I'm trying to get a bargain on a 2.8L Z3 engine (the alloy blocked M52 engine) I found up in PA.

From VAC? I've seen their ad in Roundel. Tempting.

Is the M56/58 the 3.0L six? That would be pretty sweet to drop in the old E36 and maybe let Mike drop a little FI pixie dust on it...

Carter

Hey Karl, would this be a good time to bring the car in for a clutch job? All the gearheads in one place? lol
I don't think we are going to have enough time to do what everyone wants anyways.. So I would say no.. ha ha :D

Anyone interested in doing a tranny swap? LOL :evil2

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Kyle
9. Rob
10. Jesse
11. Suba
12. Chad

I'm so anti-social sometimes. Stupid parents...

-Prince

I'm so anti-social sometimes. Stupid parents...

-Prince
Jumping ship a month in advance.. :D

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason

I musta missed signing in.. I'm there to help, I won't have too much to do I think.

Since something is always broken...

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel

Since something is always broken...

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel

Yes something is always broken!

Count me in.

Yes something is always broken!

Count me in.

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert

NEWBIE! :D

Glad your coming for this!

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Nate ..... maybe?

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe

I don't think we are going to have enough time to do what everyone wants anyways.. So I would say no.. ha ha :D


alrighty then just let me know when we can get to it....i have all the parts already....you think we could do valve cover and oil pan gasket on the 20th though? Let me know...thanks!!!

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Chris

ssk for sure... and guess what, the body shop said they managed to revive my DDE's.. xcept he said that one of them was "arc-ing at the connector, but I got it working". so idk how "working" it is.... but no mo DDE's on my TODO list! :redspot

Evo 3 and maybe Alum Pedals. how hard is a CAI to install? (just wondering) ((could it be installed w/o the rents knowing? :conf )

how hard is a CAI to install? (just wondering) ((could it be installed w/o the rents knowing? :conf )

Its easier than sneaking out the house.

A CAI shouldn't take a blind midget without a stepstool more than an hour.

so idk how "working" it is.... but no mo DDE's on my TODO list! :redspot

You're a good kid, so I'm not going to get all on your case about this like I did with the last girl who posted on here like she was on IM, but PLEASE as a personal favor to me, type out "I don't know." It really irks me when people want serious responses but can't be bothered to spell out their posts fully.

To answer your question, your parents will know about your intake as soon as they open the hood or take a ride in your car... so you're taking a risk.

Matt

Some parents wouldn't know a CAI sound if it bit them in the ass, but it does change the tone and volume of your car's induction sound, especially under large throttle openings.


In short, idk if the 'rents will notice. ;)

I miss KoreanKiwi












NOT!!!!

I miss KoreanKiwi

NOT!!!!
Her name was *_-krnkwi-_* or something like that. :rolleyes

I will try to make it out to the installfest, but I will need a ride. And a wakeup call.

Matt

Her name was *_-krnkwi-_* or something like that. :rolleyes

I will try to make it out to the installfest, but I will need a ride. And a wakeup call.

Matt
you can come as long as you work on my car and my car only. An extra hand is always welcome!

you can come as long as you work on my car and my car only. An extra hand is always welcome!
I will work on your car if you give me a ride. :cool

Matt

Matt.. I will give you a ride if you promise not to work on Adeels car.. :evil2

;)

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Chris
19. Naveen

Someone throw in a trip to Panda Buffett and you'll have it.

Matt

I'll be sure to show as well. I'll bring the pressure bleeder for the brakes also. If somebody wants super blue, you need to make sure you get it b4 sunday. I'm almost out.
If we're doing a clutch, make sure to get a couple of back-up exhuast nuts and bolts (manifold to pipes), a new set of 6 hex bolts, and a new plastic piece that the fork pivots on. I've got an alignment tool. Usually takes a few hours.

If anybody else needs any oem parts, let me know so I can get them from my wholesaler. I can order up until about 10 am sat and still get parts by 2 pm.

I'd also suggest anybody who is doing a fan delete should also do a water pump at the same time, unless you've recently done it. Don't forget coolant. :)
CU guys there.

B.

If anybody else needs any oem parts, let me know so I can get them from my wholesaler. I can order up until about 10 am sat and still get parts by 2 pm.





are you serious? i just put an order in on bma parts.com .....for over 100$....
can you pm me with a price for a water pump / gasket timing belt/tensioner oil filter tranny filter kit front & rear brake sensors ? thanks!

Don't forget that the meet is a month away.. I already had a few people asking what to bring this Sunday. AtlzDesiKhiladi, if you want to do the clutch still give me a call.. We have plenty of time. :)

Don't forget that the meet is a month away.. I already had a few people asking what to bring this Sunday. AtlzDesiKhiladi, if you want to do the clutch still give me a call.. We have plenty of time. :)
Hey Karl.. don't know if this has been asked yet but, will we be able to do/install SSK's and swaybars? I might (not for sure yet), pick up the AutoSolutions Short Shift Kit and possibly the UUC or Eibach sways for my E46 M3.:) Let me know.. gracias... :)

Hey Karl.. don't know if this has been asked yet but, will we be able to do/install SSK's and swaybars? I might (not for sure yet), pick up the AutoSolutions Short Shift Kit and possibly the UUC or Eibach sways for my E46 M3.:) Let me know.. gracias... :)
It all depends.. I am sure there will be people wanting to lend a hand.. :buttrock

I will help if I have time though..

are you serious? i just put an order in on bma parts.com .....for over 100$....
can you pm me with a price for a water pump / gasket timing belt/tensioner oil filter tranny filter kit front & rear brake sensors ? thanks!

Yup. PM sent.

I thought it was this weekend too; Good thing it's not, 'cause it's supposed to rain. I wasn't even paying attention to the date. If it's March, I'll most likely be in Fla for Spring Break Nationals.

Ttt

Ttt


what does ttt mean

oh yeah and bump too


no.

what does ttt mean

oh yeah and bump too


no.
To The Top.. :D

Don't forget that the meet is a month away.. I already had a few people asking what to bring this Sunday. AtlzDesiKhiladi, if you want to do the clutch still give me a call.. We have plenty of time. :)


Awesome...I have another member getting me a clutch kit at a wholesale price so I should be ready to go in a week. Now about the valve cover gasket and oil pan gasket, do you have them in stock or should I order them? Let me know know so I can get those on the way if needed. Also any word on the door panels? Not in a rush but just wondering if strictly german came up with anything. Thanks Karl! :D

Any room for a new guy?

Hi, I'm Harold and I will be able to make it. I'm a new guy and I happen to live 30 secs from the meet location! I'm off Metropolitan and Rockwell. See you there.

Any room for a new guy?
Yep.. Just copy and paste the list and add your name..

Hi, I'm Harold and I will be able to make it. I'm a new guy and I happen to live 30 secs from the meet location! I'm off Metropolitan and Rockwell. See you there.
I live off of Metropolitan and Wells.. Feel free to come by the shop anytime.. Oh and and add your name to the list as well..

Karl

Yep.. Just copy and paste the list and add your name..

mmk...
1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Chris
19. Naveen
20. Andy

Whats the address?

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Naveen
19. Andy

mmk...
1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Chris
19. Naveen
20. Andy

Whats the address?
The address is kind of Fubar'd.. But the directions are on the first page.. Its pretty easy to get to...

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Chris
19. Naveen & dad
20. Andy

Talked my dad into coming to a meet. :D I told him that he'd probably learn something. He's more of a computer guy then a car guy. He programs ATM's for CitiBank. So lets try to be nice to him alright guys? No long scary terminology. :lol

mk, not gon take my name off the list again....

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Naveen & dad
19. Andy

ttt

Ok, there's a chance I'll be in town for this now. Got to do the following:

X-Brace
Oil Change
Control Arm Bushings
Tie Rods
Knock Sensors

How early can we start if I can come Karl?

Also, if anyone knows anything about wiring, I have an alram system that is not working. I have the install manual.

Ok, there's a chance I'll be in town for this now. Got to do the following:

X-Brace
Oil Change
Control Arm Bushings
Tie Rods
Knock Sensors

How early can we start if I can come Karl?

Also, if anyone knows anything about wiring, I have an alram system that is not working. I have the install manual.
coming early means labor rates are involved.. Maybe reduced labor rates though.. ;)

How late is this going on? I have a DE that day, but would probably be back around 7ish I'd imagine.

I might be too tired, but it'd be fun to drop by and see what's up.

coming early means labor rates are involved.. Maybe reduced labor rates though.. ;)
I could pay in stogies perhaps??? ;)

I could pay in stogies perhaps??? ;)
Thats a possibility... And maybe a nice bottle of tawny port.. HA!

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Naveen & dad

Andy's tappin out. Goin to the GM Auto Show in Motion. I'm gonna flog the crap out of 150 of someone else's cars. If you guys are goin late I might pass by on my way home.

Bump

Officially in. Got to fix a whole lotta stuff to get my car to pass emissions. You said we could do oil changes right? I'll be in touch when I get back from the bahamas.

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Naveen & dad
19. Ryan

I forgot to add my name to the list. I need to bleed my brakes so this would be the perfect time to do it. :)

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Naveen & dad
19. Ryan
20. Harold

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Naveen & dad
19. Ryan
20. Harold
21. Matt

Hey, It's an extra day I don't have to spend at home with my parents, right?

Matt

[QUOTE=Matt]1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Adeel
16. Robert
17. Nate.. maybe
18. Naveen & dad
19. Ryan
20. Harold
21. Matt
22. Bart

I need help installing a UUC Evo 3 shifter in my E39. Should be fairly easy?

[QUOTE=Matt]I need help installing a UUC Evo 3 shifter in my E39. Should be fairly easy?
Should be.. If we have enough time. I am sure that someone can help.. :redspot

How long do you guys think this will run? Peachtree CCA Autocross is the same day, so I am doubtfull I can come till afterwards?

I think the BMW CCA autocross is the 26th. Dunno when the next PCA event is though. installfest is still the 20th, right?

correct

I think the BMW CCA autocross is the 26th. Dunno when the next PCA event is though. installfest is still the 20th, right?


Oops. Sorry, thats right... I'll be there most likely then...

Bump for this Sunday...

I also need to know if anyone can bring anything.. I will be supplying the food but will probably need another BBQ grill/ drinks (soda, beer, etc..) /smokes (cigars, etc.. ;) )

I'm bringin' some food and drinks, along with a few tools, a mind's eye (not a real one, mind you) of vast automotive knowledge, and a crude & vulgar sense of humor...

:)

Carter

i can bring a grill karl

I wont be able to make it. I'll be in Chicago for spring break.

Sorry guys.

I'm bringin' some food and drinks, along with a few tools, a mind's eye (not a real one, mind you) of vast automotive knowledge, and a crude & vulgar sense of humor...

:)

Carter
Well as long as you bring the vulgar sense of humor. you can come....
HA

I'm a new member to the Bimmerforum (introduced by bcart1991). I'd like to drop by the event on Sunday to meet the folks. What should I bring? I don't need any work on the car right now.

money.lots of money for the strippers.

money.lots of money for the strippers.
wire strippers? :dunno

I'm in the same boat as Adeel here, I wasn't aware this was over spring break. I'll be back in California.

I'm in the same boat as Adeel here, I wasn't aware this was over spring break. I'll be back in California.
F.O.B.

- Jason for this one.

I have a 'camshaft sensor' out and the car is running pretty darn rough.. Can't get it in till Tuesday to get worked on (under warranty, woot!), so I'm gonna try to 'garage' her until then.. Think I'm going to check the plug that the sensor failed on to make sure it didn't get fouled, and something else is going on.. (Car is hard to start, wants to conk out after starting until I get it driving for a minute.. and has a loss of power at low RPMs). Anyone car-wise that can explain exactly what's going on? (I can *guess* all day - Is the sensor out causing it to not fire properly on that cylinder, or maybe not at all, or just timing off, etc?)

I'm out for this installfest.. Possible I may grab the wife's jeep and come over to lend a hand, depending on how long my honey-do list gets now that my 'activity' for Sunday is scrapped.

Farq!!

Basically it just tells the ECU in what position the camshaft is at. So basically the car is guessing if the valves are open or closed. So its probably just flooding the car with gas all the time.. But that is just a theory.. I don't see why it has anything to do with a certain plug though.. :dunno

Basically it just tells the ECU in what position the camshaft is at. So basically the car is guessing if the valves are open or closed. So its probably just flooding the car with gas all the time.. But that is just a theory.. I don't see why it has anything to do with a certain plug though.. :dunno

was just thinking if something had failed, I might be able to tell by checking the plugs. The code says what bank or side of the car and the cylinder# sensor that failed.

On the ride home.. It seemed pretty much normal, vastly different from earlier after the check code light flipped on. Your diagnosis sounds on target. :alright

Whew.. after my ATF scare last week, seeing a code flip up and feeling the car lurching - I was starting to get a little bugged..

I am so ready for this. I have an xbrace and m3 shocks/springs ready for install.

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Robert
16. Nate.. maybe
17. Naveen & dad
18. Ryan
19. Harold
20. Matt
21. Bart
22. Jamie

I took adeel out since he said he couldn't make it.

I'll probably stop by. I have to work but I'm just up N'side not five min. from the shop (Thanks Karl, BTW for getting those pullies on for me :)
I have a couple sets of stands if you think you'll need them. IM me and I'll toss 'em in the car.
CW

Actually I think everyone should bring as much toolage as possible. I do have a lot of different tools.. But I only have one or two sets.. So once we are working on two cars.. we might be out.

So bring what you think you will need.. But I do have air tools, and a HUGE compressor.. so we should get things going quick..

BTW.. Anymore noise on startup?

Ug. Going out of town so I guess I wont be there. And I have like 6 mods sitting in the garage waiting to go on :( Well you guys enjoy.

Ug. Going out of town so I guess I wont be there. And I have like 6 mods sitting in the garage waiting to go on :( Well you guys enjoy.

what mods?? I will buy them. Oh yea, I should be able to come and show off my new hooptie.

what mods?? I will buy them. Oh yea, I should be able to come and show off my new hooptie.

LOL. I think I might just put them on my car since I just bought them. You cant do anything I do. I don't need a twin LOL. Oh, and I should get some pics of those 19s for you by Monday. Here is a teaser of the things I am putting on now. I have most of this stuff already. I need to order the wheels and the lip spoiler though.

Stage I upgrades -

Homelink
OEM CD Changer
OEM Euro Folding Mirrors
Color matched interior trim
OEM Floormats
clutch stop
Painted Reflectors
12" sub and amp
Black side Gills.
Black grill and slats
silvervision bulbs
Keyhole delete
ACS roof spoiler
Suspension
DDEs
Forged 19s
ACS lip spoiler
Clear Bra
black painted m3 logo
black roundels

Stage II Upgrades planned-

Led Taillights
Track brake pads
K40 laser addon
CDV Removed (Feels like I have one)
Fog hids
ACS Pedals (maybe)
SSK

what mods?? I will buy them. Oh yea, I should be able to come and show off my new hooptie.
I hope you do! At least come by and see the shop.. :)

http://www.weather.com/activities/other/other/weather/tenday-details.html?locid=30310&dayNum=2&from=weekend

Yea!!! :redspot

Partly Cloudy High
68°F

Precip
10%

Wind: WNW 9 mph
Max. Humidity: 55%
UV Index: 7 High


Sunrise: 6:41 AM ET
Avg. High: 66°F
Record High: 85°F (1948)

Bump for Sunday, and proof that I'm still the Map Man...

my shop is a big red x??

wait Karl, you do have tools to swap suspensions out with, right?

Gate code is 2582 *

Rob.. I am not sure If I have spring compressors or not. But they are cheap from pep boys/autozone etc...

If I had anything to install, I'd bring my own tools and supplies. That way, you're not waiting for the six people in line to use the #17 socket to finish.
Way I see it, it's like you invited a bunch of people to YOUR place to help you fix your car. The benefit is that some of these guys have already done whatever you're wanting to do so they have real world advice.
Karl has said it already...he's got tools but it's not a fifteen-bay shop so there's not enough stuff to work on everybody's car at once.
CW
Will drop by around lunch time ;)

If I had anything to install, I'd bring my own tools and supplies. That way, you're not waiting for the six people in line to use the #17 socket to finish.
Way I see it, it's like you invited a bunch of people to YOUR place to help you fix your car. The benefit is that some of these guys have already done whatever you're wanting to do so they have real world advice.
Karl has said it already...he's got tools but it's not a fifteen-bay shop so there's not enough stuff to work on everybody's car at once.
CW
Will drop by around lunch time ;)
Well said.. and if you want help on your car.. Help others on theirs.. :D

I just picked up coronas, burgers, hotdogs, chips, and water. So bring what you can... See everyone tomorrow.. :redspot

1. Geordie
2. Anna
3. Joe
4. Karl
5. Brian
6. Nigel
7. Donald
8. Randy
9. Kyle
10. Rob
11. Jesse
12. Suba
13. Chad
14. Jason
15. Robert
16. Nate.. maybe
17. Naveen & dad
18. Ryan
19. Harold
21. Bart
22. Jamie

I took Matt out because he can't make it. I'm headin' home a little early. Have a good time.

Matt

I'll be there....
Anyone coming from braselton area??? I hear some shop up near the track will have my scroth belts I want in stock.

Besides that, is there a tire changing machine at this shop tomorrow? I need to pop my tires off the rims and swap em around to opposite sides / rims (the only negative I see with the staggered ZHP setup....arrggg no simple front to back, etc...)

But...worth the grip!!

man, i wish I could make it...

RTABs and suspension have been waiting for waaay too long :(

man, i wish I could make it...

RTABs and suspension have been waiting for waaay too long :(
karl did mine

I should be there as well.

(the only negative I see with the staggered ZHP setup....arrggg no simple front to back, etc...)

But...worth the grip!!
:confused grip?

Hey, someone bring a 32mm thin wrench tomorrow for my tie rod install. Karl what did you use?

See everyone tomorrow. I'm bringing a whole bunch of tools and some ramps.

Oh yeah, and if someone wants to wash my car that would be good. It will most likely be the dirtiest there after sittting idle for 3 months or so.

i just realized that... i'm in town for a meet! but i can't make it out to it...

hope it goes great.

I'll be there....
Anyone coming from braselton area??? I hear some shop up near the track will have my scroth belts I want in stock.

Besides that, is there a tire changing machine at this shop tomorrow? I need to pop my tires off the rims and swap em around to opposite sides / rims (the only negative I see with the staggered ZHP setup....arrggg no simple front to back, etc...)

But...worth the grip!!
The only one we have is for big offroad tires and rims.. It will scratch your rims up.. I would trust that to a tire store.. just take it to Butler.. I am sure they can help you out..

Hey, someone bring a 32mm thin wrench tomorrow for my tie rod install. Karl what did you use?

See everyone tomorrow. I'm bringing a whole bunch of tools and some ramps.

Oh yeah, and if someone wants to wash my car that would be good. It will most likely be the dirtiest there after sittting idle for 3 months or so.
I used a crescent wrench. 32mm? Isnt that the same size as the water pump nut. If so I have a special tool for that as well. Oh I also have stuff to wash cars.. mits/ chami (I know that is spelled wrong)/ etc...

I should be there as well.


:confused grip?
He means understeer.... ;)

Ok,
It was cool to meet you guys this afternoon. I hope the the two black cars have gotten out of the shop by now. How did youse guys get those bushings on? (you DID, didn't you?)
And how funny was it to meet-up with someone I knew from the RX-7 world? Nice green 635 man.. (green is good!)

Next time, I'll have something to put on the car...

A little, screen name to live-guy toutorial might be in order...I SUCK with names.

Cory
red golf shirt, black jeans, Green 328i 4 Sedan

Arg. I had a little family issue I needed to fix, hence why I didn't make it. Hopefully I can make the next one.

Karl, are you available anytime this week? I need to get these springs and shocks on here soon, before Adeel comes back.

Arg. I had a little family issue I needed to fix, hence why I didn't make it. Hopefully I can make the next one.

Karl, are you available anytime this week? I need to get these springs and shocks on here soon, before Adeel comes back.
I should be free Tuesday.. Bring it by then... =) Cell is in the sig..

BTW: we had a great time.. and it was nice to see some new faces....

I had to work today for some odd reason...so thats why I couldn't make it...sorry karl, I'll bring you your $$$ soon. I'll call you up to see when I can drop by...

It was a good time. I did Tie Rods, Control Arm Bushings and Adjustable Sway Bar End Links.

I did end up getting the bushings on by sanding the shaft and muscling and twisting it on. Nice to see everyone.

i spent all day at uhaul and then moving trailers and furniture around since my car died friday :(

I was planning on swinging by late, but I didn't get back to my house from my DE until ~7:15pm and was tired as hell. So I watched some taped Formula1 and am about to pass the hell out.

Eventually one of these installfest deals will fall on a good day for me. :D

Thanks Karl for the burgers and hot dogs!

Good to meet some new faces! :)

Hope the kid did not bug ya to much,,

Thanks Karl for having us! I tried to send you a PM about the 5speed swap in my 635, but the forum is acting funny. When you find out some info give me a call at 678-851-2790. Thanks again

Harold

ya it was a good time. great weather. and some big ol' house burgers... yumm :)

Bummed I couldn't make it....Geordie and Anna kept us hostage on Saturday (moving) and I had to get stuff done Sunday before we left. Maybe next time.

Let me know when another installfest comes up, I really wanted to get my UUC Shifter installed :(

Thanks Karl for the burgers and hot dogs!

Good to meet some new faces! :)

Hope the kid did not bug ya to much,,
Not a problem.. glad you could make it by! :D

Thanks Karl for having us! I tried to send you a PM about the 5speed swap in my 635, but the forum is acting funny. When you find out some info give me a call at 678-851-2790. Thanks again

Harold
Inbox was full.. That has never happened before.. But I did find some more info and will start looking around..

Bummed I couldn't make it....Geordie and Anna kept us hostage on Saturday (moving) and I had to get stuff done Sunday before we left. Maybe next time.
So that's where they were. Way to not let anyone know... :rolleyes

J/k, I'll need to set up an appt to get my car aligned sometime Geordie. You guys open on the weekend?

So that's where they were. Way to not let anyone know... :rolleyes

J/k, I'll need to set up an appt to get my car aligned sometime Geordie. You guys open on the weekend?

We tried to get out there, but we just had too much to do and nothing to install.

Butler Tire is open Saturday mornings and closed Sundays.

who was the guy that did the suspension install? I'm interested to hear his impressions...

bcart1991

He says that he loves them... :D